Childminder in Essex

Inspection date 31 May 2019 Previous inspection date 15 October 2015

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This provision meets requirements

n The childminder demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements. She shows a clear understanding of how to support children's learning. n The childminder explains how she intends to plan interesting and challenging activities and experiences for children to ensure that they make good progress. The childminder explains how she will assess children's development and advance their learning through careful monitoring and observations. n The childminder acknowledges the importance of working closely with parents. She discusses how she plans to find out about children's care routines, and individual interests when they first start to help them to settle in confidently. She understands the importance of sharing information with parents and other settings children attend to support continuity in their care and learning. n The childminder demonstrates through discussion, that she has a strong understanding

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of how to safeguard children. She shows a secure knowledge of the possible signs that indicate children may be at risk of harm. She knows the procedures to follow should she have any concerns regarding a children's welfare. n The childminder recognises the importance of providing an inclusive practice. She explains how she will help children to develop their self-care and independence skills, ensuring that they are ready for the next stage of their development. n The childminder keeps her knowledge up to date and completes her own research. She accesses training to broaden her skills and knowledge.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration. Inspection activities

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This provision meets requirements

n The inspector discussed with the childminder how she intends to deliver the educational programmes for children and undertake observation, assessment and planning. n The inspector discussed safeguarding and welfare requirements with the childminder. She checked evidence of the suitability of the childminder and all persons living in the household. n The inspector looked at a selection of policies, records and certificates. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that the childminder will use when minding children.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY467911 Local authority Essex Inspection number 10063037 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder Age range of children 0 - 0 Total number of places 5 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection 15 October 2015

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The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Buckhurst Hill. The childminder operates all year round from 7am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday, except for family holidays and bank holidays.

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This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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